[Free Tool] Keyless entry fails on 2018 Kia Sedona - immobilizer active?

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Youngturk
Member since April 2023 • 74 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my 2018 Kia Sedona

Posted on August 13, 2024
Adminbot
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Posted on August 14, 2024

Replies (3)

Jumpman
Member • 50 posts

This just might solve my 2018 Kia Sedona's ignition issue.

August 14, 2024 Reply
Bigfoot
Member • 16 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my 2018 Kia Sedona.

August 15, 2024 Reply
Digitalx
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My 2018 Kia Sedona just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

August 16, 2024 Reply

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